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Query: Hello doctor,My friend is undergoing a lumpectomy next week to remove a cancerous tumor. He has hyperthyroidism and is taking Carbimazole medication for it. Also, he is taking Omeprazole medication for his stomach issues. Will Carbimazole and Omeprazole hinder the lumpectomy operation in any negativ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. The thyroid status of your friend should be done before the surgery so that it can be managed preoperatively. Uncontrolled hyperthyroidism is associated with adverse perioperative outcomes and complications during and after the surgery. ... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I have hyperthyroidism and take the tablet Neo-Mercazole 5 mg once daily with the tablet Inderal 10 mg twice daily. My latest TFT test is normal however I have to continue medication. Can I undergo laparoscopic cholecystectomy safely? Do I need to stop the medication? Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome back to icliniq.com.Regarding your query, your thyroid status is normal with current medication and as I can understand, you have no symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Uncontrolled hyperthyroidism is associated with adverse perioperative outcomes and intra and postoperative complications whi... Read Full »